Alara - Mohana, Gajapati
Alara is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohana and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Dhepaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Alara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alara is 413864. The village covers a total geographical area of 142 hectares and falls under the 761017 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Alara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alara
According to the 2011 Census, Alara village had a total population of 170 people, including 81 males and 89 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,099 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 4.26%, with male literacy at 8.47% and female literacy at 1.22%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 166.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 170 | 81 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 22 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 166 | 78 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 76 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Alara
Alara is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Alara
Alara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Alara is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Alara is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Alara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Alara
Where is Alara located?
Alara village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alara?
The Gram Panchayat of Alara is Dhepaguda.
What is the pincode of Alara?
The pincode of Alara is 761017.
What is the population of Alara?
Alara had a total population of 170, including 81 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Alara?
Alara had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Alara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alara was 4.26%. Male literacy was 8.47% and female literacy was 1.22%.